1. PC Operating Systems
1.1. Ubuntu 11.04
1.1.1. Pros:
1.1.1.1. The only other positive is how you can search for files and folders from the dash; again this has been developed to make things easier
1.1.1.2. This version of Ubuntu Unity seems to rely much more on these shortcut keys, as it makes life much easier. This version of Ubuntu Unity seems to rely much more on these shortcut keys, as it makes life much easier.
1.1.2. Cons:
1.1.2.1. the launcher seems to be a huge turn off. The reason for this is because of its erratic behavior, not knowing if it wants to open fast or slow.
1.1.2.2. people do not want to spend ages each time they wish to open file or applications.
1.2. Windows 7
1.2.1. Pros:
1.2.1.1. With Win 7 betas available for months, it's been pretty easy for most people who are interested to assess the new operating system.
1.2.1.2. Microsoft has learned a lot since the launch of XP, and it shows. Windows 7 is much more stable and secure than any previous version of Windows.
1.2.2. Cons:
1.2.2.1. You should at least know what Windows 7 has to offer and where it comes up short.
1.2.2.2. That's because the marketing push by Microsoft and its partners will be huge, possibly exceeding $1 billion in cost.
1.3. Mac OS X
1.3.1. Pros:
1.3.1.1. Native Microsoft Exchange support.
1.3.1.2. Improved VoiceOver for the visually impaired.
1.3.2. Cons:
1.3.2.1. Like "Leopard", "Snow Leopard" does not support MacOS 9/Classic software at all.
1.3.2.2. Does not support PowerPC Macs, even those sold barely over three years ago, providing significantly less support than typical.